Church Bulletin - Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, Orange, Connecticut

Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, Orange, Connecticut

PUBLISH DATE: March 14, 2004

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:1-6

BRETHREN, since we have a high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Mark 8:34-38; 9:1
Sunday of the Holy Cross

The Lord said: "If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross ...Read Full Text >

Benedict the Righteous of Nursia
March 14 ...Read Full Text >

Euschemon the Confessor, Bishop of Lampasakos
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Resurrectional Apolytikion

O Christ, the angelic powers appeared at Your tomb, the guards were as dead, and Mary stood by the sepulcher, ...Read Full Text >

Festal Apolytikion
Lord, save Your people and bless Your inheritance, granting our rulers to prevail over adversaries, and protecting ...Read Full Text >

Apolytikion for Benedict the Righteous of Nursia
The image of God, was faithfully preserved in you, O Father. For you took up the Cross and followed Christ. By ...Read Full Text >

Apolytikion of the Church
Let us praise the most honorable Barbara. She thwarted the enemy's power, and though the might and strength of ...Read Full Text >

Kontakion
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory ...Read Full Text >

The fiery sword no longer guards the gate of Eden, for the wood of the Cross has extinguished it in a most unusual ...Read Full Text >
- Hymns from the Orthros Service of the Third Sunday of Lent

Matins
Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Weekdays 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday 9:45 a.m.
Weekdays 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study
Wednesday 6:00 p.m.

Parish Information
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
480 Racebrook Road
Orange, Connecticut 06477

Phone: (203) 795-1347
Fax: (203) 795-1348
Website: http://www.saintbarbara.org/
Email: church@saintbarbara.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Peter J. Orfanakos
Email: church@saintbarbara.org

February 1, 2004
The Spiritual Fruits of Great Lent
Foremost among these fruits is the restorative peace of God that fills our hearts when we focus upon Him. The peace of God is our remedy to all the barriers that potentially stand in our way of attaining a closer communion with Christ, the crucified and risen Lord. In his letter to the ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to Visit Archdiocese, Metropolis of New Jersey, and Metropolitan Museum March 13-19 -- Schedule of Events

March 10, 2004
His All Holiness Bartholomew, spiritual leader of over 250 million Orthodox Christians worldwide, will make his fifth visit to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America from March 13-19. He will make his first official pastoral visit to the Metropolis of New Jersey and attend the much anticipated exhibition on "Byzantium: Faith and Power (1261-1557)" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. His All Holiness will offer a lecture entitled "Byzantine Icons: A Legacy for Humanism", on Thursday, March 18 at the Museum. ...Read Full Text >

Observations by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America On Mel Gibson's film THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST

February 27, 2004
The recent release of Mel Gibson’s film, “The Passion of the Christ,” has evoked significant reaction from people of all faiths across America and throughout the world. In part, the controversy stems from the fact that the film, which focuses almost exclusively on the last hours of our Lord’s earthly life, makes use of extremely graphic violence. In addition, many have expressed concern that the film might create anti-Semitic feelings. In light of these controversies, and in response to numerous inquiries, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America offers the following observations. ...Read Full Text >

Hellenic College/Holy Cross - Winds of Change on the Holy Hill

March 2, 2004
For over half a century, the campus of Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology has been called the “Holy Hill” in tribute to its elevated purpose and elevated site. The institution’s purpose has been clear and unwavering from the beginning: to provide the best possible education for future priests and for those committed to lay careers informed by Orthodox Christian principles. Regrettably, that mission has not been widely known outside HCHC’s own close-knit community. As for its magnificent 52-acre hilltop site just outside Boston, which commands spectacular skyline views, it has long been one of the city’s best-kept secrets. ...Read Full Text >

Daily Readings Listserver Launched by Department of Internet Ministries

March 10, 2004
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Department of Internet Ministries announces the launch of a new email service called DailyReadings, which will automatically disseminate the prescribed daily Bible readings and lives of the saints commemorated each day. This new initiative by the Department of Internet Ministries is in direct response to His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios’ challenge for all Orthodox Christians “to read the Holy Scriptures regularly.” ...Read Full Text >

Ionian Village Summer Travel Camp Announces Travel Dates for Summer 2004

February 25, 2004
Ionian Village registration for Summer 2004 is now open! For over 30 years, the summer travel abroad camp program of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has offered teenagers and young adult participants an opportunity to gain a broader experience of their Orthodox Faith and Hellenic Culture. During the sixteen-day session, participants reside at the Ionian Village campsite on the coast of the Ionian Sea. They are immersed in their Orthodox faith and Greek culture while meeting new friends from across the United States. Ionian Village is unique in its nature, as it allows campers not only to take part in an exceptional and unique Orthodox camping program, but also allows them to experience first–hand the history, life and teaching of the Orthodox Christian Church as they embark on a pilgrimage throughout Greece. ...Read Full Text >

St. Photios Shrine Archbishop Iakovos Enhancement Project

March 11, 2004
The St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine in St. Augustine, Florida has unveiled two major initiatives. According to Executive Director V. Rev. Fr. Nicholas Graff, these initiatives are the St. Photios Shrine Archbishop Iakovos Enhancement Project and the Endowment Fund. ...Read Full Text >

Gioles and Malta Scholarship Applications Available On-Line

February 20, 2004
Applications are being accepted for scholarships to be awarded from George and Naouma (Gioule) Gioles Scholarship Fund of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Gioles Scholarship Fund was established in 1997 with a generous gift in memory of George and Naouma Gioles. At least three scholarships of $1500.00 each will be awarded for the 2004-05 academic year. ...Read Full Text >

Previous Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins

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Publish Date:	February 29, 2004

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